There is no doubt that Julián Alvarez can be considered one of Atlético de Madrid's best signings in recent decades. The Argentine forward has hit the ground running at the Metropolitano and remains the team's top scorer after reaching 20 goals against FC Barcelona. Already in the summer, his arrival was seen as a statement for the colchonero team, bringing in one of the best in the world.
Now, he wanted to review everything that happened in the last year in Infobae until he became an undisputed starter for Simeone in the forward line. Many were surprised by his decision to leave Manchester City, as it was one of the most important clubs in Europe that always aspired to all titles. However, the world champion wanted to explain himself and offer the reasons that led him to come to Spanish soccer.
Julián Alvarez Explains His Decision
At the beginning of last summer, a signing like the Argentine's was almost a miracle for Atlético de Madrid, as it was going to require a large outlay. However, the player's own will was key, as he thought it was time to make a change in his career and bet on a new destination. This is how Julián Alvarez himself explained it, making very clear the reason that would lead him to leave England to wear the red and white.
"Something inside me told me that I needed a different challenge and to look for something new, not motivation, but a different challenge for my career," the Argentine forward began explaining. "I felt that Atlético de Madrid could be my place to develop better and find my best version," he said about his arrival at the Metropolitano.
A Club That Welcomed Him from Day One
Before his official presentation, Julián Alvarez experienced firsthand the affection and expectation that had been caused after his signing was announced. "From day one, I felt the affection of the people, that makes me feel important, then I try to show it on the field, Cholo convinced me," he stated about the fans. He also spoke about the turning point that would lead him to meet with Pep Guardiola to announce that he was leaving Manchester City that summer.
"City trusted me, brought me from River to Europe, I played a lot of games, scored goals, and we won titles, that was perfect and if I had stayed, I would be comfortable," he explained. "I didn't have a bad time, but one does want to play the important games, in the Champions final I didn't come on and in the semifinal I played few minutes," he stated. Now, he is already an idol in the red and white team and everything points to him becoming the franchise player once Antoine Griezmann leaves for the MLS.